Dating Tips for Teens

Dating Tips for Teens

Alright, so you got through the hard part.
You asked them out and they said yes.
But now what are you going to do?
Planned dates have a much better chance
of going well. This is especially true
when you are talking about the first
few dates. You want to go somewhere where
you can talk and get to know one another,
so a movie is out. But you don’t want an
awkward silence where you are desperately
grasping at anything to say, so cross
dinner off the list. So what is left?
Here are a few ideas that may help.

1. A trip to the Zoo or a Museum- This is
a great idea for a first date. As you wander
through the different exhibits, there are many
topics of conversation available to you.
So when there is a lull in the conversation,
you can discuss the exhibit, or something that
happened in class that the exhibit reminded you of.
There are also plaques to read so that when
you get too nervous, you can act like you are
reading the information until you can compose yourself.

2. A trip to the amusement park- After you have
been out of a few dates and are comfortable enough
with them to spend the whole day without awkward
pauses, and amusement park might be a the ticket.
There is a variety of things to do there.
There are prizes to be won and cotton candy to
be shared. There are the slow leisurely relaxing
rides and the fast exhilarating one. And you
have plenty of time to chat while you are standing in line.

3. Go to a school sporting event- Movies are
difficult to talk during, but school sporting events
are perfect. Events like this allow you to sit
down and watch what’s going on, but leaves room
for talking and asking questions. There are also
many subjects that lend themselves to conversation
in this environment.

4. Go put and play miniature golf- I know,
I know, it’s a kid’s game. But have you ever
seen someone not smiling when they are playing
miniature golf? It is silliness just lends itself
to a good time. The game is played at a nice
leisurely pace. Again there is much to talk about
and other things to focus on during those pauses.

5. If you are both athletic, go out and do
something active- There are many sports and activities
that you can do. Go swimming. Play basketball.
Go to the gym. Go for a run. You could even go
horse back riding.

Make sure that the clothing you wear on you date
not only looks good, but also fits well. New clothes
can be a real confidence booster, but make sure that
you try them on so you know they will be suitable
and comfortable on your date. Those brand new shoes
might look great, but how well are you going to be
able to focus on what your date is saying after you
have walked around the zoo all day?

With a little planning and for-thought, you are sure
to have a good time on your date.